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Abby Wilkinson

Abby Wilkinson

Partner, Dallas
214.953.5782
awilkinson@jw.com
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Abby Wilkinson

Abby Wilkinson

Partner, Dallas
214.953.5782
awilkinson@jw.com
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Practice Areas

  • Real Estate

Experience

  • Digital Infrastructure & Data Centers

Biography

Abby Wilkinson is a commercial real estate attorney recognized for her sound business judgment, ability to anticipate client needs, and dedication to helping clients achieve their business goals. In addition to providing well-informed legal guidance, she is committed to delivering tangible value to clients by managing legal costs through the effective use of technology and demonstrated project management techniques.

Owners, developers, and investors seek her counsel for the acquisition or disposition of real property and the development or redevelopment of commercial real estate for various uses, including hospitality, multifamily, industrial, and retail sectors. Known for her ability to get deals closed, she negotiates and reviews purchase and sale agreements, development agreements, commercial leases, and other real estate transaction documents.

Abby has extensive experience with acquisitions through various corporate and partnership structures, including numerous portfolio transactions valued at nearly $50 billion. These transactions involve the acquisition, disposition, or financing of thousands of real estate assets across more than 40 states in the U.S.

Education

B.S., Economics, magna cum laude, Oklahoma State University

J.D., summa cum laude, Baylor Law School

  • Second Highest Ranking Member of Graduating Class
  • Steve Dillard Practice Court Award
  • Baylor Law Review, Managing Senior Executive Editor
  • Baylor Law School Dean’s Academic Excellence Full Tuition Scholarship

Bar Admissions

Texas

  • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Woodward/White Inc.), Real Estate Law, 2026
  • Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2025-2026

  • The Real Estate Council (TREC)
    • Associate Leadership Council (ALC), 2025
  • Reading Partners North Texas, Board Member

Jackson Walker Represents Trammell Crow Company in Landmark Transit-Oriented Development at Mockingbird Station

Client Results • February 10, 2026

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2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars honorees
Jackson Walker Congratulates 2026 Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce that Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers has named 74 attorneys to the Texas Super Lawyers list and 56 attorneys to the Texas Rising Stars list for 2026.

Attorney News • February 26, 2026

Jackson Walker Announces Election of 20 Attorneys to Partnership

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the election of 20 attorneys to the firm’s partnership.

Attorney News • February 13, 2026

2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars announcement
Jackson Walker Congratulates 2025 Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Jackson Walker is pleased to announce the recognition of 75 attorneys by Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers in the 2025 “Texas Super Lawyers” list, as well as 66 attorneys as “Texas Rising Stars” for 2025. Each year, less than 5% of attorneys are selected to Super Lawyers and 2.5% to Rising Stars. Selection is based off of peer nominations that are then reviewed by a research team. Each nominee is evaluated on his or her professional accomplishments, peer recognition, and community involvement.

Attorney News • September 18, 2025

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‘The Best Lawyers in America’ Features 350 Jackson Walker Attorneys in 2026 Edition, Including 10 “Lawyers of the Year” and 106 “Ones to Watch”

The Best Lawyers in America, a widely regarded guide to legal excellence, has recognized 350 Jackson Walker attorneys across 87 specialty practice areas in its 2026 edition, including 10 Lawyers of the Year and 106 Ones to Watch.

Attorney News • August 21, 2025

JW Belonging & Inclusion Newsletter – May 2025

View Jackson Walker’s May 2025 Belonging & Inclusion Newsletter, Perspectives.

Newsletters • May 30, 2025

Abby Wilkinson Joins The Real Estate Council Associate Leadership Council

Jackson Walker is pleased to congratulate Abby Wilkinson on her selection to The Real Estate Council (TREC) Associate Leadership Council (ALC) Class of 2025.

Attorney News • February 11, 2025

JW Diversity & Inclusion 2022 Report theme
JW Belonging & Inclusion Newsletter – August 2024

View Jackson Walker’s August 2024 Belonging & Inclusion Newsletter, Perspectives.

Newsletters • August 23, 2024

In Memoriam Amanda Shaw Castro
In Memoriam: A Tribute to Amanda Shaw-Castro

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our friend and partner Amanda Shaw-Castro. Amanda was a rising star and leader who left behind a legacy of loyalty and kindness.

Spotlight • February 3, 2022

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Recognition & Accolades

  • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch (Woodward/White Inc.), Real Estate Law, 2026
  • Texas Rising Star, Super Lawyers by Thomson Reuters, 2025-2026

Community Involvement

  • The Real Estate Council (TREC)
    • Associate Leadership Council (ALC), 2025
  • Reading Partners North Texas, Board Member

Practice Areas

  • Real Estate

Experience

  • Digital Infrastructure & Data Centers

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